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When LeBron James chose Nike in 2003, he gave up $28 million — it could end up making him $1 billion - MarketWatch
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When LeBron James chose Nike in 2003, he gave up $28 million — it could end up making him $1 billion - MarketWatch
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Nike 'til he dies: Nike gives LeBron James lifetime deal in a bid to replicate multi-billion dollar Air Jordan success
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